Ukraine's defense minister announces resignation

Ukraine's defense minister announced his resignation this evening, according to a statement. The minister's name was not immediately disclosed.

Ukraine's defense minister announced his resignation in a statement this evening, according to a brief report. The announcement follows earlier reports of the minister's uncertain future. As The Zioneer reported on Wednesday at 17:17 Jerusalem, the Financial Times indicated that Defense Minister Mykhailo Fedorov faced possible departure amid poor relations with top defense officials. The current statement did not name the minister, but the situation is consistent with the earlier reporting. No further details on the reason or timing of the resignation were provided.

2 developments

1. 21:34 · 15 JulLatest

   Defense minister has officially announced his resignation.

2. 17:17 · 15 Jul

   Ukraine Defense Minister Fedorov Faces Uncertain Future as Zelensky Schedules Meeting, FT Reports Possible Departure

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